The Legacy Builders Ministry exists to Connect seniors to one another and to Christ, to Equip them for ongoing spiritual and personal development, and to Empower them to lead lives of purpose, service, and joy
To create a vibrant, engaging, and supportive community where senior adults are celebrated for their wisdom, continue to grow spiritually, maintain holistic wellness, and actively utilize their gifts in service to the church and the wider community.
I. Spiritual Growth
II. Fellowship & Community
III. Service & Outreach
IV. Health & Wellness
I. Weekly Bible Study: Small group bible studies focused on practical theology and a deep dive into Scripture. This includes dedicated prayer time.
II. Wisdom Sessions: Monthly Guest speakers (Pastors of local churches, elders, and theologians) discussing complex faith topics and life applications.
III. Prayer Partners: Establishing a confidential system for seniors to share and pray for specific needs.
IV. Integenerational Mentoring: Pairing seniors with Students or Young Families for wisdom sharing and mutual encouragement.
Monthly Luncheons: A potluck or catered meal with a simple program (Worship, Game Night, or Short Testimony)
Day Trips: Organize excursions to local museums, gardens, or seasonal events. Focus on accessibility.
Hobby Groups: Establishing small groups for specific interests (book club, knitting/crafts, board games).
Caring Visits: Visits to local hospitals, care facilities, and homebound members.
Church Support Team: Utilizing senior skills for tasks like stuffing bulletins, archiving records, or simple maintenance.
Adopt a Missionary: Dedicating the ministry to consistently support a specific local or world missionary through prayer, notes, and financial contributions.
Community Projects: Simple local outreach or Samaritan's Purse during the holiday season (Creating care packages to deployed troops, sorting food bank items, and packing shoe boxes for Samaritan's Purse)
Health seminars: Topics presented by local professionals (Fall prevention, nutrition, understanding Medicare, and financial planning).
Memory & Brain games: Social sessions focused on mental stimulation (puzzles, light strategy games, learning a new simple skill).
Do not cast me off in the time of old age; forsake me not when my strength is spent.
Psalm 71:9 ESV